Arlington Public Schools·Arlington, Virginia
Provide support to teachers and students in both general and special education classroom settings. Collaborate effectively with staff, parents, and children while working under teacher direction.
This position is an hourly position, located at Carlin Springs Elementary.
All Teachers/Instructional Staff hired after January 15th are considered term employees. This position is a term position that is effective for FY26 through June 18, 2026 only. You would need to re-apply for a position for FY27.
Based on 25/26 Pay Plan. Newly hired individuals with previous experience in their field may receive salary credit for up to 5 years of experience related to the job being filled.
Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G 2.30, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.”
Requires a high school diploma plus an Associate Degree or at least 60 semester hours of college study. Candidates must meet NCLB and ESEA requirements and have experience working with students with special needs.
Market context
In Virginia, Pre-K special education assistant roles are often in steady demand because schools need support staff who can work with young children with disabilities and help maintain classroom routines. These positions are competitive when candidates bring the required education, NCLB/ESEA eligibility, and direct experience with special needs students. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your transcript and experience details before applying.